Hyundai Veloster MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Hyundai Veloster. Check any Veloster by registration number below.

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74.1%

Avg Pass Rate

-13.6%

vs Hyundai Avg

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Hyundai Veloster — MOT Reliability Overview

The Hyundai Veloster has an average MOT pass rate of 74.1%, which is 13.6 percentage points below the Hyundai brand average of 87.7%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Veloster on the road.

The most common reasons a Hyundai Veloster fails its MOT are a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc. If you are preparing your Veloster for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Hyundai Veloster, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Hyundai Veloster performs at MOT across different model years.

2015

Based on 56 vehicles

71.4%Average

Hyundai average: 87.7%

Dangerous Defects

3.3%

Retest Rate

16.7%

Mileage at 10yr

121k mi

2014

Based on 381 vehicles

73.2%Average

Hyundai average: 87.7%

Dangerous Defects

6.5%

Retest Rate

23.8%

Mileage at 10yr

110k mi

2013

Based on 2,155 vehicles

67.2%Average

Hyundai average: 87.7%

Dangerous Defects

7.1%

Retest Rate

31.2%

Mileage at 10yr

105k mi

2012

Based on 3,811 vehicles

68.1%Average

Hyundai average: 87.7%

Dangerous Defects

7.1%

Retest Rate

29.5%

Mileage at 10yr

107k mi

2011

Based on 227 vehicles

90.3%Excellent

Hyundai average: 87.7%

Dangerous Defects

4.8%

Retest Rate

23.8%

Mileage at 5yr

43k mi

0

Based on 3,394 vehicles

74.2%Average

Hyundai average: 87.7%

Mileage at 5yr

71k mi

Top MOT Failures — Hyundai Veloster

The most common reasons a Hyundai Veloster fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

A steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play

4.3%

Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement

2.8%

A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

2.3%

Parking brake inoperative on one side

2.3%

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

2.3%

Hyundai Veloster Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear Offside

7.1%

Front Nearside

3.6%

Front Offside

1.8%

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Compare MOT reliability across Hyundai models.

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95.5% pass rate

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95.8% pass rate

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93.0% pass rate

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73.4% pass rate

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Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Hyundai Veloster

Hyundai Veloster — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Hyundai Veloster MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Hyundai Veloster?

The average MOT pass rate for the Hyundai Veloster is 74.1% compared to the Hyundai average of 87.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Hyundai Veloster?

The most common MOT failures on the Hyundai Veloster are: A steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play (4.3%), Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement (2.8%), A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.3%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Hyundai Veloster reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 74.1%, the Hyundai Veloster is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.

How do I check the MOT history of a Hyundai Veloster?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Hyundai Veloster?

Typical mileage for the Hyundai Veloster: 121,231 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Veloster to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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